
Dane County’s Fall 2025 Market Insights
Dane County Market Analysis, Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Inventory, Market Updates, McGrady Group Blog, Mortgage Rates, Pricing
In our Summer market outlook, we discussed the early 2025 trendlines in Price, Days on Market and interest rates matching Spring of 2024. Would this trend continue into the Summer and Fall of 2025, or would a softer real estate market begin…

Dane County’s Summer 2025 Market Insights
Dane County Market Analysis, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Inventory, McGrady Group Blog, Mortgage Rates
In our Spring market outlook, we predicted that 2025 would repeat the trend lines of 2024. So far, that prediction has held steady. This update continues our focus on Dane County market data, mortgage rates, and provides insights for buyers…

Madison’s Challenge: Escalating Prices & Sluggish Listings
Dane County Market Analysis, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Market Updates, McGrady Group Blog, Pricing, Time-sensitive
Here at The McGrady Group, we love digging into the data to determine how national headlines apply to us in South Central Wisconsin. Our latest analysis delves into how Dane County’s robust employment but lackluster listing quantity influences…

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know.
Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
As you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely top of mind. But you may still have questions about the process, including how much to save and where to start.
If that sounds like you, your down payment could be more in reach…

The Journey To Buy a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights
When you head out to buy a home, there are a number of key milestones you’ll encounter along the way.
The process includes everything from building your team and understanding your finances to going house hunting, making…

Two Questions Every Homebuyer Should Ask Themselves Right Now
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Rising interest rates have begun to slow an overheated housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a home priced out of the market and…

The Long-Term Benefit of Homeownership
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Today’s cooling housing market, the rise in mortgage rates, and mounting economic concerns have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important…

The Cost of Waiting for Mortgage Rates To Go Down
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Mortgage rates have increased significantly in recent weeks. And that may mean you have questions about what this means for you if you’re planning to buy a home. Here’s some information that can help you make an informed decision when you…

Why Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy
Some Highlights
If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, consider the advantages homeownership offers.
Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically…

Why You Should Consider Condos as Part of Your Home Search
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates
The historically low inventory over the past few years led to challenges for many buyers trying to find a home that met their needs and their budget. If you’re in the same boat, you should know the recent shift in the housing market may have…

How an Expert Can Help You Understand Inflation & Mortgage Rates
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates
If you’re following today’s housing market, you know two of the top issues consumers face are inflation and mortgage rates. Let’s take a look at each one.
Inflation and the Housing Market
This year, inflation reached a high not seen…

The True Strength of Homeowners Today
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates
The real estate market is on just about everyone’s mind these days. That’s because the unsustainable market of the past two years is behind us, and the difference is being felt. The question now is, just how financially strong are homeowners…

What Experts Say Will Happen with Home Prices Next Year
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
Experts are starting to make their 2023 home price forecasts. As they do, most agree homes will continue to gain value, just at a slower pace. Over the past couple of years, home prices have risen at an unsustainable rate, leaving many to wonder…

